Ingredients:
¾ cup course sea salt
¾ cup organic sugar
1 ½ gallons water
1 (7-10 pound) turkey

Herb mixture:
1 teaspoon rosemary
1 teaspoon sage
¼ teaspoon cracked pepper
¼ teaspoon paprika

Directions:
Purchase a 7-10 pound turkey, allowing 1/2 – 3/4 pound per person. Thaw if frozen.
In large pot, combine sea salt and organic sugar. Stir in 1 1/2 gallons of water. Stir until
completely dissolved. Add turkey to pot. (The brining solution must completely cover
turkey breast). Refrigerate, covered, 12-24 hours.
Rinse turkey inside and out after brining. Pat dry with paper towels. Arrange turkey on
rack in shallow pan. Refrigerate, uncovered, 12-16 hours. (Allowing turkey breast to sit
uncovered in refrigerator insures a deep golden skin when roasting).

To Roast:
Generously brush turkey with olive oil and sprinkle with herb mixture. Roast in a
preheated 325 F oven until meat thermometer reaches 165 F according to timetable
(below). When turkey breast is a deep golden brown, cover with a “tent” of lightweight
foil.
Let stand 15 minutes before carving. Temperature will rise 5-10 degrees while standing.

ROASTING GUIDE